Sen Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk Ltd; Hexton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

Referral bonus (£100)

Consultant support

Supportive team

Job summary

Supply Desk are seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in the Rickmansworth area. You will support children with Special Educational Needs, helping them access learning, build confidence, and reach their potential alongside teachers and support staff.

The role requires patience, empathy, and strong communication. Prior experience in a primary or secondary setting is desirable, and safeguarding training is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safeguarding training completed.
• Previous experience in a school setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assist pupils with accessing the curriculum.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development.
• Monitor pupil progress and wellbeing.
• Work with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external professionals.
• Implement individual support strategies.
• Promote safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Enthusiastic

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Rickmansworth

Location: Rickmansworth
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £85-£115 per day, dependent on experience

Supply Desk are currently looking for a caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in the Rickmansworth area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning. Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider support staff, you will provide tailored support to help pupils access their learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual potential.

The ideal candidate will have a nurturing and positive approach, with the patience and understanding required to support pupils with a range of additional needs. You will play an important role in creating a safe, encouraging, and inclusive environment where every child is supported to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs


• Provide effective 1:1 and small-group support according to individual pupil needs


• Assist pupils with accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities


• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, communication, and social development


• Help pupils build confidence, independence, and resilience


• Monitor and communicate pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing


• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers, and external professionals


• Implement individual support strategies and adapt approaches where necessary


• Encourage pupils to engage positively with their learning and peers


• Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment


• Promote safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times


• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable


• A good understanding of a range of SEN needs and appropriate support strategies


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• A patient, empathetic, and positive approach


• Strong behaviour management skills


• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people's development


• An understanding of safeguarding procedures


• Previous experience working within a primary or secondary school setting is desirable


• Comprehensive safeguarding training


• Weekly payments


• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants


• A supportive team and positive working environment


• Access to well-equipped school facilities


• Opportunities for continued professional development, CPD, and training


• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement


• Refer a Friend scheme

What We Offer

This role would be ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop their career within education. If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and are looking for an exciting opportunity in Rickmansworth, we would love to hear from you.

We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards.